as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
a capable and efficient editor
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of capable
Reporting by Hali Smith • Wahooz Family Fun Zone in Meridian announced a 52,000-square-foot indoor electric go-karting arena with three tracks and 72 karts capable of reaching 40 mph.
—
Chadd Cripe. Produced With Ai Assistance, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
The former Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander – who was involved in crushing pro-reform student protests – has emerged as one of Iran’s few politicians capable of dealing with both suit-wearing diplomats and soldiers in battle fatigues.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
The broader goal seems to be to build AI agents capable of performing white-collar tasks on their own, the exact software Meta is racing to ship out amid competition from OpenAI and Anthropic.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
And Spencer Jones is a functional piece, but not someone capable of shifting momentum as Denver was torched in non-Jokic minutes, including an 11-0 second quarter run.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for capable
Chadd Cripe. Produced With Ai Assistance, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
The former Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander – who was involved in crushing pro-reform student protests – has emerged as one of Iran’s few politicians capable of dealing with both suit-wearing diplomats and soldiers in battle fatigues.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
The broader goal seems to be to build AI agents capable of performing white-collar tasks on their own, the exact software Meta is racing to ship out amid competition from OpenAI and Anthropic.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
And Spencer Jones is a functional piece, but not someone capable of shifting momentum as Denver was torched in non-Jokic minutes, including an 11-0 second quarter run.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for capable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capable
Adjective
-
On the other half, Lind had put down gravel and installed empty shipping containers and trailers suitable for potential tenants.—
Tessa Stuart,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2026
-
This two-in-one offering gives you two family-friendly, side-scrolling games that are suitable for one to four players.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
However, Iran’s enthusiasm for the tournament seems to rise and fall based on the progress of negotiations to end the war, the first in history between a World Cup host and a qualified country.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
-
Geller believes anyone qualified for the job will already know the position is open.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Twenty years ago, a competent driver had to know how to use a manual transmission.—
David Szondy
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
-
Under Cook, the company has become less surprising but massively financially successful; some of Apple’s newer products have flopped or underperformed, but far more have become and stayed excellent thanks to years of competent iteration.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Most observers would say that this version of Bentancur was not quite as effective as the one seen under Antonio Conte, more able to cover ground in the middle and drive Tottenham forward.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
-
In 2023, these agreements were modified to say that fans would be able to travel at cost.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Capable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capable. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
